Fertilizing Roses

Roses are beautiful to look at, but special care must be taken to ensure healthy blooms and vigorous growth. Fertilization is part of the maintenance program. When purchasing fertilizer, look carefully, as roses have specific nutrient needs.

UF/IAS Sites

• Gardening Tips: How to Care for Roses

UF/IFAS Publications

• Growing Roses in Florida
• Rose Culture (PDF)
• Roses in Your South Florida Landscape (PDF)

Also on Gardening in a Minute

• Antique Roses
• Planting Roses
• Pruning Roses
• Roses

Other Sites

• Fertilizing, Pruning and Winterizing Roses--Ohio State University Extension
• Fertilizing Roses--University of Missouri Extension
• Roses: Fertilizing--University of Minnesota Extension